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At a glance
Key differences
Supported differences are shown below. Data limitations are labeled separately.
- Identity & price
These bicycles are categorized differently: 2007 Scott Sportster P4 is Hybrid; 2005 Scott Sportster P4 is City & Commuter.
- Data limitation
No geometry is recorded for 2007 Scott Sportster P4 and 2005 Scott Sportster P4.
- Gearing
2007 Scott Sportster P4 has a 7% lower climbing ratio than 2005 Scott Sportster P4.
A lower ratio gives more mechanical advantage; rear-wheel rollout determines distance per crank turn.
Gearing comparison
Lower gears help on climbs. Higher gears suit higher speeds.
RPM
RPM = pedal turns per minute.
Lowest0.87:1Highest4.36:1Total range503%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×37; rear size isn’t listed.
Lowest0.93:1Highest4.36:1Total range468%
Estimated speed at 90 RPMLowest gearHighest gear
Uses front tire 700C×35; 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.
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Specification
2007 Scott Sportster P4
2005 Scott Sportster P4
Overview
Model Year
2007
2005
Brand
Scott
Scott
Model
Sportster P4
Sportster P4
Bicycle Type
Hybrid
Comfort/commuter
Original MSRP
$479.00
$524.99
Colors
—
Black
Sizes
—
S, M, L, XL, womens small, womens medium, womens large
Weight
—
—
Frameset
Frame Construction
TIG-welded
TIG-welded
Frame Material
Scott Evo/Aero Alloy
Aluminum
Fork
Suntour NEX 4510 LO, 50mm travel
SR Suntour NRX 4000, 50mm
Fork Material
Aluminum/steel, single crown
Aluminum, single crown
Drivetrain
Component Group
Shimano mix
Commuter Mix
Shifters
Shimano ST-EF50
Shimano ST-EF29
Front Derailleur
Shimano FD-C051
Shimano FD-CT92
Rear Derailleur
Shimano Alivio
Shimano Alivio
Crankset
Shimano Alivio, 26/36/48 teeth
Shimano FC-TX 71, 28/38/48 teeth
Bottom Bracket
Shimano BB-UN-26
Shimano BB-UN25
Rear Cogs
8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
8-speed, 11 - 30 teeth
Chain
Shimano CS HG-40
KMC HG-72, 1/2 x 3/32"
Pedals
Wellgo LU-998-S
Wellgo 998S
Brakes
Brakes
Scott SCB-32-AL brakes, Shimano ST-EF50 levers
Aluminum linear-pull
Cockpit & Contact Points
Headset
VP 42 Semi Integrated
1 1/8" threadless VP 41 ACE
Handlebar
Scott X-Rod
Steel
Handlebar Extensions
Not included
Not included
Stem
Scott Rocket Eco
Rocket Eco SCT
Saddle
Scott Sportster
Velo S 4086
Seatpost
Scott HL-SP 233
HL-SP-233
Wheels & Tires
Hubs
Front: FM-31 QR, Rear: Shimano FH-RM30
Front: aluminum, Q/R, Rear: Shimano FH-RM30
Rims
Alex G 6000, 32-hole
Alex DM-18
Spokes
Chun Nan stainless steel, 14ga. (2.0mm)
DT Swiss stainless steel, 15ga. (1.8mm) straight gauge
Front Tire
700 x 37c Continental Double Fighter 2
700 x 35c Maxxis Mimo Larsen CX
Wheel Size
700c wheels
700c wheels
Historical specifications are presented as an archival reference. Components may have varied by market, size, or production run.