2014 Specialized Venge vs 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
The 540.0 is the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact size closest to your 54.0 Specialized Venge. 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 SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
Compared with the Specialized Venge in 54.0, the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact in 540.0 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 3 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −1 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- +1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +3 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Venge, 54.0Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact, 540.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Venge 54.0 | Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact 540.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 386mm | 387mm | +1 mm |
| Stack | 544mm | 543mm | −1 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 | 981mm | +3 mm |
| Standover | 789mm | 775mm | −14 mm |
| Seat tube length | 507mm | 510mm | +3 mm |
| Head tube length | 140mm | 145mm | +5 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact minus the Specialized Venge. Full charts: 2014 Specialized Venge, 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized VengeSpecialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact
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 VengeS-Works | Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-CompactExpert Mid-Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Seatpost | Specialized S-Works Venge | Specialized Comp |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized FACT 10r |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano Ultegra |
| Derailleur | not listed | Shimano Ultegra |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | not listed | KMC |
| Crankset | not listed | FSA SL-K Light |
| Chainring | not listed | FSA SL-K Light |
| Wheelset | not listed | Fulcrum Racing 4 |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Roubaix Elite Armadillo |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano Ultegra |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Shallow Drop |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized CompSet |
| Headset | not listed | Specialized Integrated |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Ruby Gel |
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