Side-by-side comparison
Specialized Tarmac vs Trek Madone
Two model lines, one shared question. The data below is the live used-market summary for each, refreshed daily. The higher-on-each-metric column is highlighted so the differences read at a glance.
Today's market
| Metric | Specialized Tarmac | Trek Madone |
|---|---|---|
| Used median | $2,923 | $2,560 |
| 25th percentile | $300 | $398 |
| 75th percentile | $9,200 | $9,999 |
| Active listings | 28 | 96 |
| Sample (yr × tier) | 98 | 210 |
| Years tracked | 2006–2026 | 2005–2026 |
| MSRP (median trim) | $5,750 | $8,999 |
| % of MSRP retained | 51% | 28% |
Reading the table
Used median. Lower is better for a buyer, higher for a seller. Either way, the side with the lower median is the more accessible bike at any given budget.
25th / 75th percentile. The realistic negotiation range. A bike at its 25th is well-priced; at the 75th, the seller needs to justify the premium with condition, build, or provenance.
Active listings + sample size. Depth signals. The side with more live inventory is easier to find in your size; the side with more historical sample has more trustworthy percentiles.
% of MSRP retained. The honest depreciation number. A model retaining 90% has barely moved since new; a model at 40% has finished its first depreciation phase and is closer to its used-market floor.