2017 Specialized Venge Elite vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite
The Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite size closest to your 54 is the 54. Compare the 54 instead
What changes on the Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite
Compared with the Specialized Venge Elite in 54, the Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite in 56 places the top of the head tube 21 mm higher and 9 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 10 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +21 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +9 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +10 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Venge Elite, 54Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite, 56Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Venge Elite 54 | Specialized Tarmac Men's Elite 56 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 386mm | 395mm | +9 mm |
| Stack | 543mm | 564mm | +21 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73.5° | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.25° | −0.3° |
| Effective top tube | 547mm | 565mm | +18 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 977mm | 987mm | +10 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 69mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | 272.5mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 789mm | 795mm | +6 mm |
| Seat tube length | 507mm | 530mm | +23 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 368mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 140mm | 160mm | +20 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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