2018 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc
The 54 is the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc size closest to your 54 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA in 54, the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc in 54 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA, 54Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc, 54Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA 54 | Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 387mm | 387mm | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 543mm | 543mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 548mm | 548mm | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978mm | 978mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 69mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | 272.5mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 775mm | 775mm | ±0 mm |
| Seat tube length | 481mm | 481mm | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 368mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 140mm | 140mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc minus the Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DA, 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DASpecialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc
Each bike is ranked against the other road bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Specialized Tarmac SL5 Men's Expert DAMen's Expert DA | Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp DiscMen's Comp Disc |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Tarmac SL5 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 | Shimano Ultegra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 | Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra | KMC X11 EL |
| Crankset | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 | Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano Dura-Ace BB | Shimano Ultegra |
| Wheelset | Roval SLX 24 | DT Swiss R470 |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Brake | Shimano Dura-Ace R9100 | Shimano RS785 |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Expert | Specialized Toupe Comp |
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