Vento Phantom R5 vs Vespa LX 150 i.e. (2013)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vento Phantom R5stacks up against the Vespa LX 150 i.e.. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Vento Phantom R5 | Vespa LX 150 i.e. |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Price | — | $4,599 |
| Engine | 150 cc | 150 cc |
| Horsepower | 9 hp | 12 hp |
| Torque | 9 Nm | 12 Nm |
| Weight | 104 kg | 110 kg |
| Seat height | 38 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 1.4 L | 2.3 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic | Single disc. Hydraulic |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Hydraulic | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 130/60-13 / 130/60-13 | 110/70-11 / 120/70-11 |
Vento Phantom R5 vs Vespa LX 150 i.e. — which should you buy?
Picking between the Vento Phantom R5 and the Vespa LX 150 i.e. usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vento Phantom R5 brings 9 hp in a 104 kg package, while the Vespa LX 150 i.e. counters with 12 hp at 110 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: