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Generator size, is it possible to go too big (kw question)

I need a 3 phase, 480v generator to run a deep well pump. The the pump looks like it needs 15 kw ish peak...
So I'm looking at generators. Diesel type. Only thing remotely close to my price range is a 40kw unit.
So the question is; would it be safe to assume with less load the generator will run more efficient (less fuel) then say a smaller 25 kw unit? Also, I would hate to use this generator only to power a pump.

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