2012 Specialized Venge DA vs 2014 Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld
The 540.0 is the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld size closest to your 54.0 Specialized Venge 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 Allez E5 Smartweld
Compared with the Specialized Venge DA in 54.0, the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld in 540.0 places the top of the head tube 3 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- +3 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +1 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 Venge DA, 54.0Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld, 540.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Venge DA 54.0 | Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld 540.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 386mm | 387mm | +1 mm |
| Stack | 544mm | 547mm | +3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 978mm | 978mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 789mm | 798mm | +9 mm |
| Seat tube length | 507mm | 500mm | −7 mm |
| Head tube length | 140mm | 145mm | +5 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld minus the Specialized Venge DA. Full charts: 2012 Specialized Venge DA, 2014 Specialized Allez E5 Smartweld.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Venge DASpecialized Allez E5 Smartweld
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 Venge DAS-Works DA | Specialized Allez E5 SmartweldSmartweld |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Dura-Ace | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano Dura-Ace | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano Dura-Ace | not listed |
| Chain | Shimano Dura-Ace | not listed |
| Wheelset | Roval Rapide SL 45 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano Dura-Ace | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized S-Works Pro-Set | not listed |
| Seatpost | Specialized S-Works Venge FACT | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Romin Evo Expert | not listed |
| Fork | not listed | Specialized Tarmac Comp |
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