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Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2008 Cannondale Comfort 4 and 2009 Cannondale Comfort 4.
- Identity & price
2008 Cannondale Comfort 4 had an original MSRP $100 lower than 2009 Cannondale Comfort 4.
Original MSRP is the published list price when new, not today’s used-bike value.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.00:1Total range457%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.88:1Highest4.00:1Total range457%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 26×2; rear size isn’t listed.
How it works
Ratio = front teeth ÷ rear teeth. Hub gears also include the hub’s internal ratio. A 400% range means the highest ratio is four times the lowest.
Speeds are estimates from tire size and pedal cadence. Actual speeds vary.
Complete specification tableShows different published values and gaps where a bicycle lacks data. Different wording reflects source language, not necessarily different components. Swipe for more columns.
Specification
2008 Cannondale Comfort 4
2009 Cannondale Comfort 4
Overview
Model Year
2008
2009
Brand
Cannondale
Cannondale
Model
Comfort 4
Comfort 4
Bicycle Type
Comfort/commuter
Comfort/commuter
Original MSRP
$429.99
$529.99
Colors
Lightning White w/Patriot Blue, Titanium Grey w/ Jet Black
Lightning White/Patriot Blue, Titanium Gray/Jet Black
Sizes
S, M, L, XL, jumbo
S, M, L, XL, jumbo
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
C02 Alloy
CO2 Alloy
Fork
Spinner Tridium CR w/Preload Adjust, 63mm travel
Spinner Tridium CR w/Preload Adjust, 63mm travel
Fork Material
Single
Single
Drivetrain
Component Group
Hybrid Mix
Comfort Mix
Shifters
SRAM SX.4 Twist
SRAM SX4 twist
Front Derailleur
SRAM 3.0
SRAM 3.0
Rear Derailleur
SRAM X.5
SRAM X.5
Crankset
Shimano FC-M191, 28/38/48 teeth
Shimano FC-M191, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
TH Cartridge
TH Cartridge
Cassette
Shimano CS-HG40
Shimano HG40
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
8-speed, 12 - 32 teeth
Chain
KMC Z72 8-speed
KMC Z72
Pedals
Wellgo resin platform w/Kraton insert
Wellgo resin platform w/Kraton insert
Brakes
Brakes
ProMax TX-120 brakes, Cannondale 4-Finger Comfort levers
ProMax TX-120 brakes, Cannondale 4-Finger Comfort levers
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
Semi integrated threaded
1 1/8" Semi integrated
Handlebar
Cannondale C3
Cannondale C3 Riser
Handlebar Extensions
—
Not included
Stem
Adjustable quill-style
Adjustable quill-style
Saddle
Cannondale SuperCush w/Springs
Cannondale SuperCush w/Springs
Seatpost
Promax SP-896, 27.2mm diameter
Promax SP-896, 27.2mm diameter
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: Formula FM-31 w/Clix QR skewer, Rear: Formula FM-32
Front: Formula FM-31, Rear: Formula FM-32
Rims
Cannondale C3 w/Machined Sidewall, 36-hole
Cannondale C3 w/Machined Sidewall, 36-hole
Spokes
Stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Stainless, 14ga. (2.0mm)
Front Tire
26 x 2.00" CST Traveller w/Kevlar
26 x 2.00" CST Traveller w/Kevlar
Wheel Size
26" wheels
26" wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.