2014 Specialized Venge Comp 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 Comp. 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 Comp 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 Comp, 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 Comp 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 Comp. Full charts: 2014 Specialized Venge Comp, 2012 Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-Compact.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Venge CompSpecialized 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 Venge CompComp Ultegra | Specialized Tarmac SL3 Expert Mid-CompactExpert Mid-Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized Venge FACT | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | KMC X11L | KMC |
| Crankset | FSA Gossamer Pro | FSA SL-K Light |
| Wheelset | Fulcrum S5 | Fulcrum Racing 4 |
| Tire | Specialized Turbo Elite | Specialized Roubaix Elite Armadillo |
| Brake | Specialized AXIS 2.0, Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Ultegra |
| Handlebar | Specialized Tarmac | Specialized Shallow Drop |
| Stem | Specialized Expert Pro-Set | Specialized CompSet |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | Specialized Comp |
| Saddle | Specialized Romin Evo | Specialized Ruby Gel |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized FACT 10r |
| Chainring | not listed | FSA SL-K Light |
| Headset | not listed | Specialized Integrated |
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