We break down the key differences between traditional cigarettes and e cigarettescovering: 1 Their compositions and ingredients. 2 The health risks associated with both. 3 Nicotine levels and addiction potential. 4 The impact Smoking vs. Vaping: What You Need to Know The Vape Mall Smoking both traditional and e cigarettes may carry same heart risks as cigarettes alone American Heart Association e Cigarettes, Vaping and the Risks of Severe Lung Disease Canyonlands Healthcare E Cigarettes (Vapes) Smoking and Tobacco Use CDC