2017 Specialized Venge Elite vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite
The 52 is the Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite size closest to your 52 Specialized Venge Elite. 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 Elite
Compared with the Specialized Venge Elite in 52, the Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite in 52 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
- +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 Elite, 52Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite, 52Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Venge Elite 52 | Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite 52 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 386mm | +1 mm |
| Stack | 526mm | 526mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 74° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 536mm | 537mm | +1 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970mm | 970mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 72mm | 72mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 270mm | 270mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 766mm | 755mm | −11 mm |
| Seat tube length | 487mm | 490mm | +3 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 368mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 120mm | 120mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite minus the Specialized Venge Elite. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Venge Elite, 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Venge EliteSpecialized Tarmac Men's Elite
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 EliteElite | Specialized Tarmac Men's EliteMen's Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 | Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 | Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | KMC X-11 | KMC X11 EL |
| Crankset | Praxis Zayante | Praxis Zayante |
| Wheelset | Specialized AXIS Elite | DT Swiss R460 |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | Specialized Espoir Elite |
| Brake | Shimano 105 | Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
| Handlebar | Specialized S-Works Aerofly | not listed |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Comp | Specialized Toupé Sport |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized Tarmac SL4 |
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