2018 Specialized Venge Elite vs 2017 Specialized Allez E5
The 49 is the Specialized Allez E5 size closest to your 49 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 Allez E5
Compared with the Specialized Venge Elite in 49, the Specialized Allez E5 in 49 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
- +2 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 Elite, 49Specialized Allez E5, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Venge Elite 49 | Specialized Allez E5 49 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 385mm | 387mm | +2 mm |
| Stack | 504mm | 505mm | +1 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.25° | 72.25° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 75.5° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 515mm | 518mm | +3 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 969mm | 972mm | +3 mm |
| BB drop | 72mm | 72mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 270mm | 270mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 741mm | 736mm | −5 mm |
| Seat tube length | 467mm | 460mm | −7 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 369mm | +1 mm |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 100mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez E5 minus the Specialized Venge Elite. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Venge Elite, 2017 Specialized Allez E5.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Venge EliteSpecialized Allez E5
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 Allez E5Allez E5 |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 | Shimano Claris R2400 |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 Ez, Shimano 105 | Shimano Claris R2400 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL | KMC Z7 |
| Crankset | Praxis Zayante | FSA Gossamer Pro |
| Chainring | Specialized 7075-T6 | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 | Specialized Axis Sport |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | Specialized Espoir Sport |
| Brake | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized S-Works Aerofly | not listed |
| Seatpost | Specialized Venge | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Power Comp | Specialized Toupé Sport |
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